Hire of Road Rail Battery Shunter for Science Museum Group

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Science Museum Group awarded a contract to SCT-RAIL (a division of South Cave Tractors Ltd) for the hire of a Road Rail Battery Shunter (RRV) to perform shunting moves at three sites, including non-public areas inside and outside the NRM on track and internal roadways.

The equipment meets specifications such as standard gauge (1,435mm), 300T trailing weight haulage and stopping capability for unbraked stock, minimum curve radius of 80m, British Standard loading gauge W6a, charging power up to 16 amp (240v or 415v AC), remote control and ride-on facility, horn and audible movement warning, visual warning lights front and rear, buffers at standard international height (1041mm centre from rail top), air brake system, and draw hook coupling with options for buck eye and other adaptors.

The hire period is for two years from May, and includes a maintenance and servicing agreement covering frequency of servicing, annual inspections, breakdown response times, coverage details, and provision of replacement equipment for major faults.

The contract value is AUD 60,000.